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SAVE THE DATE --
JAZZ FEST 2011
September 17 and 18th
Presented by Islip Arts Council
East Islip Public Library
381 East Main Street
East Islip, New York 11730
All performances are free with a suggested donation of $5.00 for the two days
Thanks to the John and Linda Bohlsen Foundation, the Suffolk County Legislature for supporting this event.
Hotel accomodations for our out of town performers have been provided by the Hilton Garden Inn Islip MacArthur Airport
The library is handicapped accessible and there is ample parking. There will be breaks in between each performance.
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Saturday September 17
1 PM –Paula Atherton
Acclaimed singer, songwriter and woodwind player Paula Atherton has dramatically emerged as a major player on the contemporary jazz and pop music scene.
New York-based Atherton has opened for the likes of Chuck Loeb, Patti Austin, Tito Puente and saxophonist Najee. In 2004 her debut CD ‘Let Me Inside Your Love’ made its mark on the national contemporary jazz charts, and in 2006 a cut from this album, ‘I Long For Your Love’ was included on the compilation ‘Ladies of Jazz,’ which also featured Natalie Cole, Candy Dulfer and Elaine Elias. Her television work includes appearances on the 'Today' show, Good Morning America, and as bandleader for the Lifetime network show, ‘Girl’s Night Out’. In addition, Paula performed at fundraisers during Hillary Clinton’s presidential campaign and in 2002 wrote the score for the independent film ‘The Definition of Insanity’ |
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2 PM – Union Jazz
The Union Jazz Coalition performs a rich mixture of musical styles that aims to please both jazz and blues lovers alike. Incorporating the music of modern jazz greats like Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and Dizzy Gillespie with contemporary artists like Steely Dan, Jimi Hendrix, and the Beatles, to name a few. They create an eclectic sonic mix you won’t find elsewhere.
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3 PM –Eddie Barbash – Tres Amigos
Eddie Barbash (sax) and his trio are new, young musicians who combine country, jazz, and New Orleans sounds. The group is a rare combination of retro bluegrass with the instrumentation of acoustic guitar, saxophone and accordion make for an original sound. A band that can strike the balance between classically-trained musicianship and energetic spontaneity is tough to find, BUT the Amigos pull it off --a rare gem.
Their cabaret style sends raucous vibrations wall to wall. Something incredibly sincere pervaded Tres Amigos entire performance. Eddie also plays with several other groups, including the Jon Batiste Band from New Orleans.
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4 PM -E.S.P. Jazz Quartet
E.S.P. is a tasteful, jazz quartet with a solidly contemporary sound. Their music is accessible and engaging, while their stage presence is entertaining and fun.
These are true artists who have spent a lifetime studying the masters of jazz composition and improv, then created an exciting and wholly original sound.
A combination of traditional jazz feel, great improvisation, fresh grooves and original compositions make E.S.P's sound comparable to world-class groups like the Yellowjackets and Pat Metheny. E.S.P. is committed to promoting performances at venues through newspapers and radio stations, and using interviews and reviews when they travel.
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Sunday September 18
1 PM –Gail Storm
Gail Storm is a pianist and vocalist who specializes in classic blues/jazz. Though Gail draws her musical influences from traditionally based performers such as Bessie Smith, Ella Fitzgerald, and Louis Jordan, many of her fans compare her to modern day performers such as Diana Krall and Marcia Ball. More over, Gail Storm regularly performs in a wide variety of venues and has radio and television appearances to her credit. In addition to her solo gigs, she also appears with other well established musicians as a duo, trio, etc. She has self-produced her two CDs: Just the Blues (trio studio recording) and Live at the Vail-Leavitt (live sextet recording). |
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2 PM – Mike Freeman- ZonaVibe
The Vibesman behind many notable musicians and groups,
Mike Freeman brews up a heady blend of musical elements. Richly melodic and rhythmically intense, this fiery mix fuels spirited interplay among the group’s top-notch musicians. From North America and Europe, to the Azores, Caribbean, and South America, his music ignites audiences at festivals, concert halls, colleges and clubs. Strong writing skills, a thoroughly developed jazz background, and a dynamic performing style underscore Mike’s performances. |
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3 PM – Shenole Latimer Quartet
The Shenole Latimer Quartet has become a signature ensemble. The combination of masterfully constructed original compositions, tastefully selected covers from other modern jazz artists, and passionate performances weave a sonic tapestry that truly engulfs the senses.
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4 PM –Mother Water
Akin to Weather Report and the subsequent work of its founding member Joe Zawinul, Richard Bona, and Hugh Masekela, The Mother Water Quintet performs original compositions and arrangements inspired by the music of African cultures in sub-Saharan Africa, the Caribbean, and the Americas. The group’s repertoire bridges the idioms of jazz fusion, popular music, and world beat showcasing an array of styles, including Brazilian bossa nova and samba, as well as West African Afro-beat and highlife, and South African township jive. Each of its members contributes significantly to the diversity of idioms that also characterize Mother Water or "Mami Wata"---the powerful African water deity who embodies hybridity and syncretism in the African arts on both sides of the Atlantic.
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